Mazars US Podcasts

October 2020

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Many businesses are questioning how best to continue operations, survive and succeed in the Covid-19 environment and emerging recession. Running your business and identifying priority action areas to focus on during disruptive times is challenging.

In this podcast, Ryan Vaughan talks with two core members of the Mazars Business Advisory group, Alisha Jernack and John Confrey, about the Mazars Reshape program. They discuss the key objectives of the program, the type of organizations that the program would apply to, the benefits of planning and the actual program deliverables and tools provided to clients to help them navigate and make business-critical decisions during these disruptive times.

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DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on this podcast extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the host and guests.  

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Ryan Vaughan | Email: [email protected]

Alisha Jernack | Email: [email protected]

John Confrey | Email: [email protected]

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September 2020

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In episode twenty-six of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, talks with the CEO of GRL Capital Advisors and Seaman’s Beverage and Logistics, Glenn Langberg. They discuss how businesses can successfully pivot during the pandemic, how to create customer loyalty, and how Glenn came to run multi-national, large companies. He started out on Wall Street and worked in many different industries, eventually realizing his passion for helping other companies grow, thus creating GRL Capital Advisors. Glenn has grown Seaman’s Beverage and Logistics from the ground up; it is now the fastest growing company in the wine and spirits industry. Glenn emphasizes working for a better outcome and surrounding yourself with people smarter than you!

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About GRL Capital Advisors

GRL Capital Advisors is a market leader in corporate consulting, advisory services, real estate development and management services, turnarounds and strategic principal investments.

About Seaman’s Beverage and Logistics

Seaman’s Beverage and Logistics is a premier importer and distributor of fine wines and spirits from Italy, Spain, Portugal, Chile and other countries around the world. The company offers warehousing, logistics, private label programs and operational services for third party importers, producers, and distributors.

For more information, visit http://seamansimports.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/grl-capital-advisors-llc/ 

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

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Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

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On July 23, Mazars hosted our first ever virtual Food and Beverage Forum. Our guest speakers, Marc Oshima, co-founder and CMO of AeroFarms and Lou Cooperhouse, CEO and president of BlueNalu, Inc discussed how food intersects with technology and how innovation will supplement our existing supply chain.

Lou discussed new frontiers in food tech, such as cellular agriculture and alternative forms of proteins. He has 35 years of experience in the Food and Beverage industry. He studied at Rutgers University and has worked with a number of large food and beverage companies such as Campbell’s Soup Company, Nestle, and ConAgra Foods.

Marc dove into the issues with traditional agriculture and how we need to be thinking about and implementing a new farming approach that considers all external factors and is more sustainable. Besides being the CMO of AeroFarms, he is involved with other organizations, such as being on the marketing advisory board for the Food Bank of NYC. He is also on the board of directors for the Produce Marketing Association and for a nonprofit called Chef’s Collaborative. More recently, he helped to create and is on the board for CEA (Controlled Environment Agriculture) Food Safety Coalition.

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August 2020

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In episode twenty-five of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, talks with President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association, John Longstreet. They dive into the restaurant and hospitality industry, how the industry has been impacted since the pandemic, and how the PRLA has pivoted due to these changes. John has been in the restaurant and hospitality industry for over 45 years and has worn many hats throughout his time in the business. He was the President and CEO of the casual dining Pennsylvania brand Quaker Steak & Lube. In 2014 he became the President and CEO of the PRLA, where he has great influence over the industry.

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association

Founded in 1937, the PRLA strives to promote, protect, educate, and improve the hospitality and tourism industries in Pennsylvania. It conveys the unified voice of the hospitality industry to the Commonwealth’s citizenry and elected officials.

For more information, visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-restaurant-&-lodging-association/ .

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

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August 2020

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In episode twenty-four of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, talks with Clay Dockery, Chairman of the Board of the Private Label Manufacturers Association. The PLMA is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the private label. Clay is also the Division VP of Corporate Brands at Massimo Zenetti Beverage. Clay began his background in food and beverage brands at Proctor & Gamble after graduating from the University of Mississippi. As he started working in the pasta industry and sold branded and private branded products, he saw the evolution of the private label and honed in on that sector. With his many years of experience in the private label industry, most previously with the Kerry Group and Massimo Zenetti, he has earned his title of Chairman of the Board of the PLMA. In this episode, Clay and Howard talk about the private label industry and its continuous growth.

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About the Private Label Manufacturers Association

The PLMA is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1979 to promote the private label. They represent around 4,500 members globally, ranging from small family-owned companies to multi-national corporations. Their products include food, beverage, snacks, health and beauty, household and kitchen, and personal and leisure products. They provide two trade shows a year: one in Chicago, IL and one in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

For more information, visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-label-manufacturers-association/.

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

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August 2020

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In episode twenty-three of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, talks with Stew Leonard’s Farm Fresh Food’s CEO, Stew Leonard Jr. Stew Leonard’s Farm Fresh foods emphasizes customer service, employee care, and fresh foods. Stew Leonard has grown the grocery business to nearly $500 million in annual sales, with more than 3,000 team members, and 7 stores in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. It was dubbed the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” by the New York Times, as it has many forms of entertainment, such as animatronics and costume characters to entertain children while their parents shopped. Under Stew, the grocery store chain has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For in America” for 10 consecutive years. As noted by the poster, Stew has had ups and downs throughout his business and in turn has gained immense experience in the food and beverage industry that is delved into in this podcast episode.

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About Stew Leonard’s Farm Fresh Foods

Stew Leonard’s Farm Fresh Foods began as a small dairy store founded by Charles Leo Leonard in 1969 with just seven employees. Stew, Charles’s son, turned the farm into a retail dairy store and it expanded into fresh foods from there. The grocery store was known for its customer service and employee care, as it provided entertainment for children while parents could get their shopping done. It is still family owned today, with Stew Leonard Jr. as the President and CEO.

For more information, visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/stew-leonard’s/.

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

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July 2020

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In episode twenty-two of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, talks with Belmullet Food and Beverage Group President, Michael O’Donnell. Belmullet provides sales and marketing services in food and beverage segments. Michael explains how he works with all channels within the food and beverage industry and more specifically, the success he has had working with national, regional, and independent retailers.

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About The Belmullet Food and Beverage Group, LLC

The Belmullet Food and Beverage Group provides sales and marketing services in food and beverage segments. The create business plans, marketing/sales plans that provides sound guidance for short and long-term success. They work in all channels within the food and beverage segment. They make National, Regional, and Independent retailers headquarters presentations.

For more information, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjtodonnell/.

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

Michael O’Donnell | Email: [email protected]

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July 2020

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In episode twenty-one of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, sits down with food delivery entrepreneurs Corey Arenson and Michael Rolland. Hear how Corey and Michael have been laser focused on expanding LoDel’s on demand food delivery service in specific niche markets throughout the country.

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About LoDel

LoDel is an on demand food delivery website and mobile app.

For more information, visit http://lodel.com.

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

Corey Arenson | Email: [email protected]

Michael Rolland | Email: [email protected]

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June 2020

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In episode twenty of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, sits down with Founder, CEO, and Troublebaker of B.A.D. Food Co., Michelle Retik. A classically trained pastry chef, Michelle has taken the plunge into starting her own business and is determined to change the mindset that just because something tastes good, doesn’t mean it has to be bad for you!

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About B.A.D. Food Co.

The B.A.D. Food Co. mission is to vanquish the food masquerading as healthy and bake real food for real people. To ensure nothing artificial or refined ever darkens our doors. To be stubbornly dedicated to being better and delicious, guaranteeing 
that our food always makes you feel Heck Yeah!.

For more information, visit https://badfoodco.com/.

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

Michelle Retik | Email: [email protected]

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June 2020

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In episode nineteen of Food for Talk, host Howard Dorman, Mazars Food and Beverage Practice Leader, sits down with Emilio Mignucci, Owner at DiBruno Bros. Emilio discusses what it has been like operating during the era of COVID-19.

Mazars’ Food for Talk is a podcast that dives into food and beverage industry impacts, trends and more while talking with industry leaders that will help us dissect what is going on in the food and beverage industry. Follow our hashtag, #MazarsFB on social media to keep up with all things Mazars Food and Beverage. To subscribe to this series in the Apple or Google Play stores, click here.

About Di Bruno Bros.

Since 1939, Di Bruno Bros. has been recognized as the region’s finest specialty food retailer. They offer the highest quality, most innovative specialty foods and fresh products in the market, served with exceptional customer care.

For more information, visit http://www.dibruno.com.

DISCLAIMER:  All information shared on Mazars Food For Talk extends from reputable sources. The views expressed here are meant to serve as suggestive guidance, based on the knowledge and expertise of the co-hosts and guests.  

Contacts:

Howard Dorman | Email: [email protected]

Emilio Mignucci | Email: [email protected]

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